The decision on how to choose drip irrigation systems requires a proper design for selection of the right accessories. For a system to water effectively, it must be highly compatible with the soil, plant, water, and climate of a region.
What Makes Aqua Hub’s Drip Irrigation Systems Outstanding
Quality drip irrigation accessories: We provide amicable solutions through our quality drip irrigation systems.
Quick and functional Installation: Our technical teams act on a timely and professional manner to ensure quality work.
Durability: Our drip irrigation systems and pipes contain UV additives which guarantee durability and tensile strength.
Wide Range of Uses: Drip irrigation systems serve a wide range of crop applications.
Cost-effective: Our accessories are affordable and could save you much on cost.
Aqua Hub’s Drip Irrigation Checklist
Driplines – every drip irrigation system includes a combination of 16mm driplines with varying flow rates as per the hole spacing. Available in thickness sizes of 0.2 mm to 0.4mm.
HDPE Pipes – Mainline connection takes up a selection of HDPE or PVC pipes. There is a wide range of sizes for HDPE pipes to use starting from 20 mm to 110 mm sizes.
Tank Connector – You need a tank connector to complete installation of the mainline pipe connection. Available tank connectors ½ to 3 inch applicable as per the tank size.
Connection Fittings – HDPE mainline and dripline fittings to secure the pipe connection.
Filters – Water filtration kits for trapping debris and silt that can block the irrigation pipes. A screen filter is applicable with a size range of ¾ to 1.5 inch.
Control valves – If you want to control the flow of water to different areas of your garden, consider using control valves. Pressure valve, check valves, air valves and ball valves are valve requirements for a drip irrigation system.
Timer – A timer can automate your irrigation system, saving you time and water. Choose a timer that is easy to program and reliable.
Fertilizer injector – a great method of fertilizer application to your crops through drip irrigation systems. Available in sizes of ¾ to 1.5 inch.
Pressure Regulators – To reduce the pressure of water flow in the mainline pipe connection.
Drip Irrigation Installation
Preparation for Installation
Tank Connection – The initial step in drip irrigation setup. You can work with any size more than 10,000 litre Capacity.
Farm should be ready for installation, with crops already planted on spacing to suitable for driplines. Trenches of depth 1.5 ft deep should be ready for laying mainline pipes.
Actual Drip Irrigation System installation
Tank to Mainline Connection – Using a tank connector, make a connection of the mainline pipe to the tank.
Hydrant Connection – Install the hydrant which includes the pipe, pressure regulator, filter and ball valve connection. Connect it to the mainline pipe.
Mainline to sub mainline connection – Lay mainline pipes on the ground, or in other in the trenches. Use a female tee connector to connect the hydrant to the mainline pipe connection on a branching pipe section.
Sub mainline to Lateral Connection – Connect sub mainlines to the laterals or riser pipes.
Dripline laying – Unpack, cut and lay driplines on the planting beds on a row spacing of 1 m and length of 100M.
Sealing Pipe Ends – Use end caps to seal Sub mainline pipes
Lateral to Dripline Connection – Use a start connector to connect driplines to the lateral risers.
End Plug Connection – Dripline end connection using drip end caps.
What Number of Driplines Per Bed
The number of driplines to lay on each farm section must be respective of the crop type and farm size. You can do 2 – 4 driplines on each bed size of 1.5 m wide by 100m long as per crop spacing.
Number of driplines per bed should be considered with keen assessment as it affect flow rate and plant growth.
Drip Irrigation Systems: Types of Driplines
- 15 cm Hole spacing
- 20 cm Hole Spacing
- 30 cm hole spacing
Choosing Drip Irrigation Systems
Drip irrigation is a connection of pipes and fittings that provide a secure water supply system to a garden field. Various factors matter when deciding on which pipe components, fittings, emitter type, and size to connect.
Farm layout
To effectively connect and use drip irrigation system, the farm should be divided into sections called beds. You can choose the drip irrigation layout depending on the type of beds which can either be raised or sunken beds.
Type of Application
The cost, component requirements and effectiveness of drip irrigation also depend on where it is applied. You can set a drip irrigation on a greenhouse, open field, hydroponic structures or container gardens.
Water Source
A water source gives you an idea as to which water filter you may need to use. Most irrigation systems apply a screen or disc filter at the mainline section to eradicate sediments.
Water Pressure
Consider the pressure of water at the source to determine whether you will need a pressure regulator. In Cases of high pressure, you should connect a pressure regulator at the mainline near the source.
Farm Size
The measure of your farm is ideal when calculating the cost and number of pipes, driplines and emitters to use.
Terrain of the land
Even though drip irrigation suits a flat area of land, it can also be designed to irrigate a slightly undulating landscape. You need to use pressure compensating driplines to ensure water balance in the farm.
Plant water Needs
Considering the plant water requirement, you should make a choose between driplines and button drippers. For dripline specific plants, find out which dripline spacing is ideal to use.
Soil type
The type of Soil affects the choice of drip irrigation system to use as it depends on the water retention level. For less retentive or sandy soils a double dripline could be ideal for maximum flow rate in the root zone.
Budget
Consider the initial cost and find the most appropriate drip irrigation system package that suits your budget.
Drip Irrigation System Prices in Kenya
Drip irrigation systems are available in Various prices in Kenya which are competitive as per the availability in every region. Our drip systems are available in prices which are different as per the number of driplines per bed.
The common cost of complete drip irrigation kits ranges between KES 80,000 to KES 160,000 per acre.
Drip Kit Prices in Various Parts of Kenya
Cost of Drip Systems in Nairobi
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Cost of Drip Irrigation System in Eldoret
The cost of starting drip irrigation system in Eldoret can be affordable but our brand is the most trusted in the region.
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Cost of Drip Irrigation System in Kisumu
Kisumu regions consist of many small scale farmers who are interested in maximizing the produce with drip irrigation. Order your drip irrigation system to Kisumu and enjoy our cheap rates.
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Cost of Drip Irrigation System in Kajiado
Prices of Drip irrigation systems in Kajiado are nearly similar to the prices within Nairobi but may slightly increase due to transport costs.
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Cost of Drip Irrigation System in Nakuru
Our drip irrigation kits are accessible to all places within Nakuru through affordable delivery rates. Our prices remain the same as well for clients in Nakuru.
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Drip Irrigation System: Choose the Cost that Suits your Budget
Our costs for each drip irrigation system depend on the number of driplines per bed size. Choose Drip Irrigation systems from Aqua Hub Kenya, the best supplier in Kenya.
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